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Adam Driver on Jarmusch, 'Star Wars' and putting filmmakers first

NEW YORK (AP) — In an interview with The Associated Press, Adam Driver says he developed a Kylo Ren “Star Wars” movie that would have been directed by Steven Soderbergh. They spent two years developing and scripting “The Hunt for Ben Solo.” Ultimately, Walt Disney Co. executives nixed it. Driver says the script was one of the best he's ever read. It would have taken place following the events of 2019's “The Rise of Skywalker.” Representatives for Disney declined to comment. The studio has multiple other “Star Wars” projects in the works.

French culture minister says Louvre security worked during jewel heist

PARIS (AP) — France's culture minister says the Louvre's security worked properly during a dramatic heist over the weekend. Thieves stole historic jewels from the museum on Sunday. They used a basket lift to reach the Louvre’s facade, forced a window, and smashed display cases. The minister has launched an administrative inquiry alongside a police investigation. The robbery lasted less than eight minutes, with alarms triggering as the window was forced. Police arrived within minutes, but the thieves had already fled. Eight objects, including jewels linked to 19th-century French royalty, were stolen from the Apollo Gallery.

M. Night Shyamalan's latest plot twist? Teaming with Nicholas Sparks on a novel and upcoming film

M. Night Shyamalan, known for dark films like “The Sixth Sense,” has teamed up with Nicholas Sparks for a new project. After finishing three intense movies, Shyamalan wanted a change. He found it in “Remain,” a supernatural romance he co-authored with Sparks. The collaboration is unique because Shyamalan wrote the screenplay first, and Sparks adapted it into a novel. A film starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor has already wrapped production. Sparks and Shyamalan previously crossed paths years ago when Shyamalan was considered to adapt Sparks' “The Notebook.” The job went to someone else, but Shyamalan says Sparks’ work “always represented something magical to me.”

Jeremy Allen White on taking 'a leap of faith' to play Springsteen in 'Deliver Me From Nowhere'

NEW YORK (AP) — Jeremy Allen White grew up listening to Bruce Springsteen. But sing his songs? It wasn’t until White began preparing to play the rock 'n' roll legend for “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” that he even tried. There’s an established playbook for music biopics. “Deliver Me From Nowhere” ignored all of it. The film, written and directed by Scott Cooper, eschews the standard life-spanning, play-the-hits approach and instead focuses on a small portion of Springsteen’s sprawling life: the making of his 1982 album, “Nebraska.” It's the first movie based on Springsteen's life. And it marks the first lead movie role for White, the Emmy-winning star of “The Bear.”

Memoir by Prince Andrew's and Epstein's accuser reignites a scandal that long dogged UK royals

LONDON (AP) — The British royal family is under intense scrutiny as Virginia Giuffre's memoir hits bookstores. Giuffre, an accuser of Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, died by suicide in April. Her book, "Nobody’s Girl," doesn't reveal new details but reignites accusations against Andrew. He recently announced he will stop using his titles, including Duke of York, but denies Giuffre’s claims. Giuffre alleges she was forced to have sex with Andrew on three occasions when she was underage. Andrew settled a lawsuit with her in 2022 without admitting wrongdoing. Buckingham Palace faces pressure to strip Andrew of his titles.

Movie Review: Tessa Thompson and Nina Hoss are on fire in Nia DaCosta’s ‘Hedda’

Hedda Gabler is transported to 1950s England in Nia DaCosta’s fiery spin on the Henrik Ibsen drama. “Hedda” stars Tessa Thompson as the titular antihero, a master manipulator who uses her intellect for personal gain and to destroy her competition. Nina Hoss plays Hedda's ex lover, and Tom Bateman is Hedda's new husband, George. In her review for The Associated Press, film writer Lindsey Bahr writes that the film is “deliriously fun, intelligent and impassioned,” adding that prior Ibsen knowledge isn't necessary for enjoyment. “Hedda,” rated R and in theaters Friday, is a film that works entirely on its own terms.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's memoir is coming out in January

NEW YORK (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's memoir is coming out in January. It touches on his political rise and the trauma of his home being set on fire. HarperCollins announced Tuesday that "Where We Keep the Light: Stories From a Life of Service" will be released Jan. 27. Shapiro was elected governor in 2022 and has become a prominent national Democrat. He was on Kamala Harris' shortlist as a running mate in last year's presidential election. A man set fire to his official residence in April. The family was safely evacuated, and the man pleaded guilty and was sentenced last week.

Disney+ and Hulu cancellations rose after ABC briefly pulled 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

NEW YORK (AP) — Disney+ and Hulu subscription cancellations rose during the month that ABC briefly cancelled “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” according to data from subscription analytics company Antenna. ABC pulled the show off the air for less than a week in September in the wake of criticism over his comments related the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Antenna estimates total cancellations in September were 4.1 million for Hulu and 3 million for Disney+. The “churn rate,” or the percentage of customers that cancel their subscriptions in a specific month, jumped from 5% in August to 10% in September for Hulu. That figure jumped 4% in August to 8% in September for Disney+.

Broadway actors and producers reach tentative labor deal, but musicians still threaten a strike

NEW YORK (AP) — The union representing Broadway actors has reached a tentative labor agreement with commercial producers. The Actors’ Equity Association, which represents over 51,000 members, announced the three-year deal covering health care, scheduling, and physical therapy. The agreement now goes to members for ratification. The musicians' union, representing 1,200 musicians, is still negotiating and has voted for a strike authorization. Both unions have been working under expired contracts. The actors' breakthrough is a relief, as a strike could have crippled Broadway. The focus now shifts to the musicians as they continue bargaining.